2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 772 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Aronde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Montego | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
